Illinois Springfield takes its 7-16 record and 1-8 GLVC mark on the road for conference matches against Truman State on Thursday and Upper Iowa on Saturday. The Prairie Stars are looking to rebound from a close loss to Quincy and build on recent success against both opponents: UIS has won four of its last five meetings with Truman State and its last three against Upper Iowa.

By the Numbers
  • UIS: 7-16 overall, 1-8 in GLVC play.
  • Truman State: 11-12 overall, 5-5 in the GLVC; Upper Iowa: 11-11 overall, 4-6 in the GLVC.
  • Kendall Johnson leads UIS with 216 kills; the Prairie Stars have recorded 134 service aces this season.
Yes, But

UIS has the edge in recent head-to-head results, but both opponents are competing for GLVC Tournament positioning. Truman State brings a strong setter in Tori Creason, while Upper Iowa’s Morgan Block averages 5.5 digs per set.

What's Next

UIS visits Truman State in Kirksville, Missouri, on Thursday at 6 p.m. CT, then faces Upper Iowa in Fayette, Iowa, on Saturday at 3 p.m. CT. Both matches will stream on the GLVC Sports Network.

Bottom Line

The road swing gives UIS a chance to turn recent matchup success into conference momentum; steady offense and effective serving will be key against two teams in the postseason race.